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Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam

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Exterior detail
Outdoor dining
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Ashbourne, ENG
  • Ilam Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tissington Hall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam

Set in the grounds of Dovedale House, this beautifully positioned bungalow is ideally suited for families and small groups, for holidays and short breaks, or rural retreats.
 
Four bedrooms, accommodating up to 7 adults:

1 double bedroom with ensuite bathroom.

1 single and 2 twin bedrooms with a shared shower room.

A large well-equipped kitchen, living diner and a spacious lounge with Bi-folding doors opening onto a terrace which surrounds the back of the property with a private enclosed garden.

Family friendly with travel cot, high chair, stair gate and fire guard, board games, freeview TV, DVD player and Wi-Fi.

Ilam is a very small village ideal for walking, however it has no Shop or Post Office. nearest towns are Ashbourne or Leek, roughly a 10-20 minute drive away.



Property manager

Jean
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
By arrangement only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking only
We do allow dogs by arrangement only at an extra charge, please ask if unsure.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ashbourne

Located in Ashbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Whiston Hall Golf Club and Skyride are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Peak District National Park and Dovedale National Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Alton Towers, or check out an event or a game at Harrison Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ashbourne, ENG

What's nearby

  • Ilam Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tissington Hall - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Alton Towers - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Carsington Water - 18 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Blythe Bridge Station - 24 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ye Olde Vaults - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Betty's Sewing Box - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Birds - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The George - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam located?

This family-friendly Ashbourne holiday home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ilam Park and Dovedale National Nature Reserve. Edward and Vintage is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
Great location, lovely walks to the hall and town. Close to Tissington bike trail. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large house in an idyllic village
Loads of space and so many rooms the kids could spend hours playing hide and seek! .Location was amazing with plenty of walks starting from just outside the door. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend break
A beautiful bungalow on the doorstep of free to walk Ilam Hall grounds and 1.5 mile walk to Dovedale stepping stones.Well equipped property with toys, colouring books and dvds for kids.6 year old didn't want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing New Year
Beautiful location with plenty to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
We have stayed here a few times. A lovely bungalow with everything you need a stunning location. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our holiday bungalow
All lovely as usual. Met the new wardens. The beds were made up.Couldnt get the bottom oven to work as couldnt reset the clock. Instruction booklet not clear. Put everything in top oven and microwave.Lovely location for walks. Did the Tissington trail from Thorpe to Ashbourne. Had to abort plans for day 2 due to Storm Derragh!Well be back.Lovel location for walks
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl A.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten T.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful family getaway
Lovely stay with family in a beautiful bungalow. Very cosy and had everything you could need. Views were stunning and wonderful walks. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place!
The cottage was perfect. Originally I was supposed to be travelling down with my wife and children for a catch up with wider family staying in a nearby hotel but unfortunately it ended up being just me due to one of the kids not feeling well! As a result the cottage was bigger than I needed but my interactions with the host and the warden's onsite were all really positive. The cottage was perfect and I would not hesitate to stay here again! Also the nearby walks and Dovedale are perfect for those who love getting outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay for a wedding
Lovely bungalow in a really nice setting, stayed with my husbands, friends and their children as we were their for a wedding. The bungalow was lovely and well set up for all our needs. The children were really impressed with the selection of toys and games. The area was beautiful right next to the church, and Ilam park which looks beautiful! Only negative were the beds looked much comfier than they actually were, the springs in the double bed could be heard when moving (could do with being replaced). But in comparison to the hotel prices in the area, this lovely bungalow was well priced, and was lovely to be able to have the extra space for us to chill out and catch up. It would be nice to go back one day and explore the area, and if I do I would definitely book the bungalow again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

emma t.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bungalow!
We had a lovely stay but it would have been so much better if all the spiders had been removed from the bungalow- they were everywhere! Lovely hosts & nice stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good sized Bungalow
Excellent, generous sized bungalow with most things needed for your stay. Great area and surroundings. Ample parking. Would we stay again....most definitely!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property and location
Have stayed at this cottage in Ilam 4 times now. The cottage is always clean and tidy. The location is amazing and check in and out process is very simple. Only small thing I would say could be improved is the wifi. The property does have good Wi-Fi, but it doesn’t reach into the bedrooms. Can be a bit frustrating if you are travelling with children. Could just do with a WiFi extender in the hallway so the signal reaches into the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped spacious cottage in a lovely location.
We stayed for two nights and agree with the other reviews. It is a large and spacious cottage which is well equipped and in a great location to explore all that the Peaks has to offer. It is also great value. As per the other reviews its decor is slightly dated and the double bed could be more comfortable. Oh yes salt and pepper and cooking oil would be a bonus too, but overall a definite 5 star. The only real negative which doesn’t detract from the cottage itself is that we felt on one occasion when returning from a day out that we were sharing the cottage as we found the local vicar and colleague in the garden who was also using the bench on the front porch. Unfortunately while I’m sure they meant well, it felt like our privacy had been invaded.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spacious cottage
3 night stay to visit Alton towers and the beautiful Peak District.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasir R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Experience
Beautiful places very clean and tidy. We enjoyed a lot. Everything was 💯 perfect. Definitely book again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking women
Stayed several times. Good location for walks. Well equpped. Comfy. A bit shabby chic but suited us. Only downside of location is no shop or pub in village. Take enough milk and you have to dtive to eat out in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sooo peaceful
The property is well equipped and in a lovely location. Plenty of internal space. It is a little dated, however this made it homely and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
An amazing cottage with ample space and great outdoor views, well worth the money. Amazing walk just at your door step it was a great experience and shall book again in nea future. Jo and co. was really helpful, thanks again , meep up with the great work A big thumbs up !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
We booked this bungalow for an autistic lady. She loves her breaks. Bungalow was perfect. She felt like the lady of the Manor . Lovely, clean and welcoming on arrival. Perfect surroundings and beautiful views. Great communication from the hosts. Thank you 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter holiday
Second Easter stayed at bungalow ,everyone loved it yet again . Ample equipment etc provided .Beautiful setting with walks from the door ,very restful . Booked for next year .
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Neal's family
A fantastic place to stay, everything you need was well equipped. So much space - you couldnt ask for more. Definately come back again. Thank you for everything and making us welcome, also thankyou for the xmas trees and decorations xx
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

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